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Carved Natural Amber Sculpture "Nesting Snakes" by Lee Downey Bali, Indonesia

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A finely carved natural Aber Specimen group of nesting snakes, featuring a large, very clear amber specimen from Chiapas, Mexico, a carving representing two snakes intertwined around a tree trunk rests within a section of natural moose antler which cleverly represents the base of the tree. A mother-of-pearl carved egg form tops the display. On a jet base with an amber piece giving the impression of an imbedded sphere. Offered with a custom-fitted Balinese fabric covered box. Designed by Lee Downey, Bali, Indonesia, 20th century. Lee Downey is a California native jeweler based in Bali, Indonesia. Measures: Height 7 1/2 inches (19.1 cm) Width 3 1/2 inches (8.9 cm) Depth 2 1/2 inches (6.4 cm)
  • Creator:
    Lee Downey (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Style:
    Country (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Indonesia
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa Late 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. A truly beautifully carved sculpture with fine attention to detail. The ebonized wooden base has some minor stress hairlines. A great collectable item or accessory for as desktop or display cabinet. Please view all images.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A2338 1stDibs: LU1796211618163

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